# Camera Translator ~ vs Translator

The clearest difference is monetization model: Translator at freemium against Camera Translator ~'s subscription. Translator also leads on ratings volume (1.8K vs 8) and device support (4 vs 2). Camera Translator ~'s advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Camera Translator ~ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Translator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Camera Translator ~ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Translator has 1.8K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Camera Translator ~ ships an update every 10 days, Translator every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Camera Translator ~ | Translator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-translator/id1527040311/reviews)** | [4.5 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-ai-translate/id1580767247/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 57.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 160 MB | 200 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Telefirst Telecom Services LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1525504734) | [DivMulTech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1170821017) |

## What reviewers say

### Camera Translator ~

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-translator/id1527040311)

Instantly translate text from images by pointing your camera. This app uses advanced AI to identify and translate objects, spoken words, and real-time conversations. It also includes a translator keyboard and an offline phrasebook for over 50 languages.

**Highlights:** Camera translation of images, Voice translation and conversation mode, Object recognition and translation, Translator keyboard for apps, Offline phrasebook, Supports 50+ languages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Translator for 1 Month | $7.99 | per month |
| Translator for 1 Year | $24.99 | per year |


### Translator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/translator-ai-translate/id1580767247)

Instantly translate text, voice, and images using your camera or photo library. Communicate effectively in any country with real-time speech translation and pronunciation. Ideal for travelers and multilingual communication.

**Highlights:** Real-time voice translation, Instant camera and photo translation, Translate from photo library, Pronounces translated phrases, Supports 114 languages, Offline translation capabilities, Apple Watch app

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Translate Voice, Photo Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Translator Monthly Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Translator Annual Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| Translator Special Offer | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate translations
- 💡 Useful for language learning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy performance
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Lack of transparency in billing

**Reported bugs**

- Repeated charges on account
- Translations not working as expected
- Confusing user interface

**Requested features**

- More language support
- Offline translation capabilities
- Option to cancel subscription easily


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Camera Translator ~ free?

Camera Translator ~ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Translator free?

Translator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Camera Translator ~ or Translator?

Camera Translator ~ is rated higher. Camera Translator ~ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Translator averages 4.5 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do Camera Translator ~ or Translator have ads?

Neither Camera Translator ~ nor Translator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Camera Translator ~ or Translator?

Camera Translator ~ ships an update every 10 days, and Translator every 8 days. Most recently, Camera Translator ~ was updated on November 3, 2026 and Translator on November 7, 2026.

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